GYC Insights
Articles on real-life financial issues written to educate and enlighten.
Is the stock market broken?
There have been fears that the increased popularity of indexing has reduced market efficiency. Is there any basis to this?
Should you react to disappointing investment performance?
Past investment performance can look very different, depending on the perspective you take.
Why investment fads can be harmful to your wealth
It can be tempting to follow the latest investment fad. But can you afford to do so?
How do you face a financial crisis?
As we face speculations about a coming crisis, how should investors respond?
Is it time to sell when markets hit new highs?
Markets have reached new highs. Should you sell in case they fall?
The Death of Bonds and other 'Death' Claims
The Bank of America recently declared that the 60/40 portfolio is dead. Yet many similar death reports in the past have proved to be unfounded.
Why waiting for a 'good deal' is a bad strategy
There will never be a perfect time to invest. But the longer you wait, the more it will cost you.
Why You Shouldn't Be Too Bothered by a Stock Market Collapse
The stock market is bound to collapse eventually. It’s just a matter of when.
Beware the Insidious Bite of Inflation
Three things are certain in life: death, taxes and inflation.
What is the right investment strategy for you?
Following investment advice from your best buddy or copying their investments could be bad for you
The Purpose of Bonds in Your Portfolio
Bonds are primarily meant to stabilise your portfolio and provide a buffer during volatility. Buying them for returns or yield can be dangerous and expose you to hidden risks.
What Do You Do in Shaky Markets?
In volatile markets, whether investors end up making or losing money depends less on what the market is doing and more on how they react.
Why You Should Not Fear Volatile Markets
Volatile markets can be a time of opportunity rather than devastation.
Yield Curve Inversion? Read Between the Headlines
The yield curve inversion may not be the disaster it’s being made out to be
Uncertainty and the Perfect Market Timing Strategy
What’s the perfect strategy to use in an uncertain market?
Do More By Doing Nothing
The smartest investors aren't the busiest ones, but the ones who understand that all that effort can do more harm than good.